General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market Overview, Growth, Trends, Analysis, Research Report (2020-2030)

The general mobile radio service (GMRS) radios market size is projected to reach US$ 162.88 Million by 2030 from US$ 131.00 Million in 2022. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 2.9% during 2022–2030. The development of advanced GMRS radios is likely to remain a key trend in the market.

General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market Analysis

Older people suffer from various diseases, such as dementia, which slow down or restrict their mobility. GMRS radios help the elders communicate quickly with their family members in the same house in case of quick assistance or any other health-related emergency.

GMRS radios are used in natural disasters such as tornadoes, hurricanes, and wildfires when there is no communication power. These radios are handy in these situations and assist in communicating between long-range neighborhoods. In addition, the radios with National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) weather alert channels benefit citizens to be prepared if the weather worsens.

General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market Overview

The General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) radio is a licensed radio service that operates on channels 462 and 467 MHz. The most popular application for GMRS channels is short-distance, two-way voice communications via handheld radios, mobile radios, and repeaters. Individuals can use the GMRS to provide short-distance two-way communications between licensees and their close family members. Each licensee administers a system comprising one or more transmitting units (stations). The GMRS radio rules limit people's eligibility for new GMRS system licenses to make the service available to personal users.

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General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market Drivers and Opportunities

Growing In-vehicle Application to Favor Market

The in-vehicle GMRS radios are attached to vehicles and help the operators communicate even when the vehicle is moving. They are widely used in agriculture, off-road, racing, recreational vehicle (RV) travel, overland, and adventurous activities. GMRS radios are easily compatible with tractors, sprayers, semi-trucks, and more in agricultural fields. It allows reliable and efficient communication between the farm operators, contributing to its demand in the agricultural sector. Further, off-road activities generally occur in mountains, forests, and deserts where cell phone network availability is inefficient or sometimes unavailable. GMRS radios help operators to have clear and long-range communications among the group members engaged in off-road activities. They are also very useful in case of mechanical failure of the vehicles or any medical emergency, which contributes to their preference over cell phones by off-road enthusiasts, thereby propelling the market growth for the segment. A few in-vehicle GMRS radio market players are MIDLAND Radio and BAOFENG TECH, among others.

Application in Emergencies

GMRS radios have shown to be quite useful in emergencies. When standard communication channels fail, GMRS radios can be lifelines for those in need. GMRS radios can be used during natural disasters, search and rescue operations, or to coordinate emergency medical services, GMRS radios provide a reliable way of communication that can save lives. GMRS radios are essential for emergency preparedness due to their enhanced range, interference reduction features, and compatibility with other emergency communication systems.

General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market Report Segmentation Analysis

Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the general mobile radio service (GMRS) radios market analysis are type and application.

• Based on the type, the general mobile radio service (GMRS) radios market is segmented as handheld and in-vehicle.
• In terms of application, the market is segmented into recreational, off-road, agriculture, and others.

General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market Share Analysis by Geography

The geographic scope of the general mobile radio service (GMRS) radios market report is mainly divided into five regions: North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America. GMRS and FRS are illegal in India. According to the Government of India, under GSR 1047(E) dated 18 October 2018, PMR radios with frequency band 446.0–446.2 MHz and a maximum transmit power of 500 mW have been allowed license-free in the country since 2018. These radios are an ideal technology for all sorts of users. They can be used at construction sites, factories, and sports complexes, and in tourism. In addition, off-road competitions such as the Indian National Rally Championship and Ultimate Desert Challenge use such radios to communicate among the participants and the competition authorities. Moreover, events such as RAINFOREST CHALLENGE INDIA, which are conducted every year, require these radios.

General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market Regional Insights

The regional trends and factors influencing the General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.

General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market Report Scope

General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics

The General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.

Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.

Major Companies operating in the General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market are:

1. QYT Electronics Co Ltd
2. Tidradio
3. Rugged Race Products Inc
4. Quanzhou Chierda Electronic Telecom Co Ltd
5. WOUXUN ELECTRONICS CO LTD
6. Midland Radio Corp

Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.

General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market News and Recent Developments

The general mobile radio service (GMRS) radios market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the general mobile radio service (GMRS) radios market are listed below:

• Tidradio has added more features to its outdoor handheld radio. These features include a flashlight and alarms, which are of great use during the emergency. Also, some of the radios are equipped with GPS.

(Source: ESCORT, November 2022)

• Midland launched two new maximum-wattage GMRS radios such as MXT500, and MXT575. These 50-watt radios come with two form factors and are built for those who want long-range GMRS radios.

 (Source: Midland, April 2021)

General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market Report Coverage and Deliverables

The “General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Radios Market Size and Forecast (2020–2030)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:

• General mobile radio service (GMRS) radios market size and forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
• General mobile radio service (GMRS) radios market trends, as well as market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
• Detailed PEST/Porter’s Five Forces and SWOT analysis
• General mobile radio service (GMRS) radios market analysis covering key market trends, global and regional framework, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
• Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments for the general mobile radio service (GMRS) radios market
• Detailed company profiles